Summary

Important topics such as the rights of nurses and patients, burnout, ethical decision making, NCLEX licensure are all covered in this balanced book. Now in its 3rd edition, it explores the evolution and history of nursing, and examines the impact of reform, the legal system, and politics on the nursing system. Numerous examples, true-life situations, case studies, and practical applications make this an important addition to nursing students' libraries.

Table of Contents

Unit 1: The Growth of Nursing

1. The Development of the Profession 2. History 3. The Evolution of Licensure, Certification, and Nursing Organizations 4. Theories and Models of Nursing 5. The Process of Educating Nurses 6. Critical Thinking

Unit 2: Making the Transition to Professional

7. Ethics 8. Bioethical Issues 9. Nursing Law and Liability 10. NCLEX: What You Need to Know 11. Reality Shock in the Workplace

Other Editions of Nursing Now!

Important topics such as the rights of nurses and patients, burnout, ethical decision making, NCLEX licensure are all covered in this balanced book. Now in its 3rd edition, it explores the evolution and history of nursing, and examines the impact of reform, the legal system, and politics on the nursing system. Numerous examples, true-life situations, case studies, and practical applications make this an important addition to nursing students' libraries.

1. The Development of the Profession 2. History 3. The Evolution of Licensure, Certification, and Nursing Organizations 4. Theories and Models of Nursing 5. The Process of Educating Nurses 6. Critical Thinking

Unit 2: Making the Transition to Professional

7. Ethics 8. Bioethical Issues 9. Nursing Law and Liability 10. NCLEX: What You Need to Know 11. Reality Shock in the Workplace

Summary

Important topics such as the rights of nurses and patients, burnout, ethical decision making, NCLEX licensure are all covered in this balanced book. Now in its 3rd edition, it explores the evolution and history of nursing, and examines the impact of reform, the legal system, and politics on the nursing system. Numerous examples, true-life situations, case studies, and practical applications make this an important addition to nursing students' libraries.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Unit 1: The Growth of Nursing

1. The Development of the Profession 2. History 3. The Evolution of Licensure, Certification, and Nursing Organizations 4. Theories and Models of Nursing 5. The Process of Educating Nurses 6. Critical Thinking

Unit 2: Making the Transition to Professional

7. Ethics 8. Bioethical Issues 9. Nursing Law and Liability 10. NCLEX: What You Need to Know 11. Reality Shock in the Workplace